1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 1996 Renault Fifties is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 200 | Fifties |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
