1962 Renault Floride vs. 2002 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 40 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 815 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, 2002 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Renault Floride | 2002 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Renault | Saab |
Model | Floride | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |