1962 Renault Floride vs. 1981 Renault 4
To start off, 1981 Renault 4 is newer by 19 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. Both 1962 Renault Floride and 1981 Renault 4 are equipped with a 956 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Renault Floride (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Renault Floride should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Renault Floride weights approximately 85 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. 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, 1981 Renault 4, 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, 1962 Renault Floride (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Renault Floride will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Renault Floride | 1981 Renault 4 | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Floride | 4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |