1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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, both vehicles can yield 200 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault Fuego has manual transmission. 1980 Renault Fuego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Fuego | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
