1996 Italdesign Formula 4 vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, both 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 and 1996 Renault Fifties were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 (147 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties.
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, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4, 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, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 (187 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm). This means 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
| Make | Italdesign | Renault |
| Model | Formula 4 | Fifties |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1149 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
