2005 Audi A2 vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 25 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 147 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. 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 (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A2 | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 56 L |
