1961 Renault Floride vs. 1970 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1970 TVR Tuscan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 TVR Tuscan (134 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 152 kg more than 1961 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Renault Floride | 1970 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | Floride | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
