1959 Renault Floride vs. 1983 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1983 Talbot 1510 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot 1510 (74 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Talbot 1510, 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, 1983 Talbot 1510 (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Floride | 1983 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Renault | Talbot |
| Model | Floride | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 40 L |
