1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 1961 Renault Floride is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1400 (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1961 Renault Floride. 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, 1956 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1400 | 1961 Renault Floride | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 1400 | Floride |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |