2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo.
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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Idea | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 9.8 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 | 1150 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
