1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2005 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2005 Renault Twingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (80 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Renault Twingo. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Fiat Marea (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2005 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Marea | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
