2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Renault Twingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 863 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Twingo. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2004 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
