2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
