1959 Renault Floride vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 770 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 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Floride | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Floride | ATS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 61 L |
