1995 Fiat Tempra vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Tempra | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tempra | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
