1961 Renault Floride vs. 1999 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1999 Seat Ibiza is newer by 38 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Ibiza (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 176 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, 1999 Seat Ibiza, 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, 1999 Seat Ibiza (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Renault Floride | 1999 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Floride | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |