2009 Nissan Sentra vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 13 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 652 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, 2009 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2009 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Sentra | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sentra | Fifties |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
