1960 Renault Floride vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 442 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 Honda CR-Z, 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 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Renault Floride | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Floride | CR-Z |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4079 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2436 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 40 L |