1961 Renault Floride vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 50 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1142 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 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride. 2011 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1961 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1961 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Renault Floride | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Floride | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
