1960 Renault Floride vs. 2009 Citroen C5

To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 633 kg more than 1960 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1960 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 1960 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5, 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride. 2009 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Renault Floride 2009 Citroen C5
Make Renault Citroen
Model Floride C5
Year Released 1960 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 845 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 59 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 58 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 760 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 29 L 66 L


 

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