Hi Ricky 16,
GalenB gave as good an answer as there is ,I'll just add my .02 since I'm tired of flying this week end and it's 94 outside.I like 55" to 75" flat wing trainers with reliable engines to start with,also I think joining a club,meeting the people,see what they are flying,and see about there traing and instructor program,the last thing is to purchase the plane and get to having fun.To be 16 almost 17 again!!!I've got engines older than that,welcome to the hobby/sport.
Have a goodun,John.