1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 6 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 124 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
