2001 Opel Corsa vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. 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 (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa. 1980 Renault Fuego has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Renault Fuego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
