1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 1965 Renault Floride is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Renault Floride is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Renault Floride weights approximately 265 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1965 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Floride |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
