1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 32 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 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego.
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, 2012 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Fuego | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Fuego | 2 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 43 L |
