1995 Caterham 21 vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1995 Caterham 21 is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham 21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 429 kg more than 1995 Caterham 21.
Because 1995 Caterham 21 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 1995 Caterham 21. 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham 21 | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Caterham | Renault |
| Model | 21 | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 56 L |
