1960 Renault Floride vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 653 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Renault Floride | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Floride | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 68 L |