1976 Peugeot 104 vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1980 Renault Fuego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 104 | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 104 | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
