1959 Renault Floride vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 51 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 1074 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (256 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2010 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Renault Floride | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Renault | Chrysler |
Model | Floride | Sebring |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 746 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2770 mm |