1959 Renault Floride vs. 1948 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1959 Renault Floride is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,131 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Renault Floride (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1948 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Renault Floride should accelerate faster than 1948 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Floride weights approximately 60 kg more than 1948 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Floride | 1948 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Floride | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
