1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 7 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 47 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
