1960 Renault Floride vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 615 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 Ford C-Max, 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 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Renault Floride | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Floride | C-Max |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2648 mm |