1955 Ford 12 M vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1959 Renault Floride is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford 12 M (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford 12 M | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | 12 M | Floride |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
