1962 Renault Floride vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift is newer by 46 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 355 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 2008 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Suzuki Swift (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Renault Floride | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Floride | Swift |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |