1962 Renault Floride vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1979 Subaru Coupe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 155 kg more than 1962 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1979 Subaru Coupe (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride. 1979 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 1962 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1962 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Renault Floride | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Floride | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
