1996 Renault Fifties vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1996 Renault Fifties is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Fiero (92 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 476 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, 1985 Pontiac Fiero (182 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm). This means 1985 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties. 1985 Pontiac Fiero has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Fifties has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Fifties will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Fiero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Fifties | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Renault | Pontiac |
| Model | Fifties | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 92 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
