1961 Renault Floride vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 400 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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Renault Floride | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Floride | Golf |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |