1964 Porsche 904 vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1980 Renault Fuego is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 360 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Because 1964 Porsche 904 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 1964 Porsche 904. 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, 1964 Porsche 904 (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Porsche 904 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Porsche 904 | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 904 | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
