1961 Renault Floride vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 51 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 790 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Renault Floride | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Floride | Colt |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
