2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2007 Renault Twingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (114 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
