2004 Fiat Albea vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Twingo (63 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Albea. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Twingo weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Fiat Albea. 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, 2009 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Albea | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Albea | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 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 Weight | 1015 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
