1960 Renault Floride vs. 2011 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2011 Ford Galaxy is newer by 51 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Galaxy (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 890 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, 2011 Ford Galaxy, 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 Ford Galaxy (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Renault Floride | 2011 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Floride | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |