2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 1995 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 465 kg more than 1995 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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 1995 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Doblo | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
