1959 Renault Floride vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 46 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 631 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Floride | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Floride | GTI |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 746 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
