2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2007 Renault Twingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 255 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2007 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
