1961 Renault Floride vs. 1974 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 13 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 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Beetle (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 60 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.
Because 1961 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 1961 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 1974 Volkswagen Beetle (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Renault Floride | 1974 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Floride | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
