1962 Renault Floride vs. 2004 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 607 is newer by 42 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 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 623 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, 2004 Peugeot 607, 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, 2004 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride. 2004 Peugeot 607 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. 2004 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Renault Floride | 2004 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | Floride | 607 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1403 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
