1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1980 Renault Fuego is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 270 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Because 1958 AC 2-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC 2-Litre | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | 2-Litre | Fuego |
Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 56 L |