1960 Renault Floride vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 52 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 495 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, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira, 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 Chevrolet Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Floride | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Floride | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 60 L |
