1991 Plymouth Colt vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 1996 Renault Fifties is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Colt (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 545 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.
Because 1996 Renault Fifties 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 1996 Renault Fifties. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1991 Plymouth Colt (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Plymouth Colt | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Fifties |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
