1960 Renault Floride vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 53 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), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 930 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 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride. 2013 BMW X1 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. 2013 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Floride | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Floride | X1 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| 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 | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 63 L |
