2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (87 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 325 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego.
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, 2005 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Picasso | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
