1959 Renault Floride vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 52 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 377 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, 2011 Citroen C3, 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2011 Citroen C3 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. 2011 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Floride | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Floride | C3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 746 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
