1959 Renault Floride vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 40 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 694 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, 1999 Rover 75, 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, 1999 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Renault Floride | 1999 Rover 75 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Floride | 75 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 746 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |