2006 Opel Speedster vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 2006 Opel Speedster is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Speedster weights approximately 215 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, 2006 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Speedster | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Speedster | Fifties |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
