1962 Renault Floride vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 45 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 265 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, 2007 Tata Indica, 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, 2007 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Renault Floride | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Floride | Indica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 780 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |
