1996 Renault Fifties vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Fifties. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Fifties would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 450 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4, 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Fifties | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Fifties | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
