1961 Renault Floride vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 44 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn L weights approximately 560 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, 2005 Saturn L, 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, 2005 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Renault Floride | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Floride | L |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
