1959 Renault Floride vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 53 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 544 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, 2012 Kia Forte, 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, 2012 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2012 Kia Forte 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. 2012 Kia Forte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Renault Floride | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Floride | Forte |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 746 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2649 mm |