1963 Renault Floride vs. 1966 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1966 Subaru FF-1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 977 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Subaru FF-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Subaru FF-1 (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Renault Floride weights approximately 85 kg more than 1966 Subaru FF-1.
Because 1963 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 1963 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Subaru FF-1, 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, 1966 Subaru FF-1 (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Subaru FF-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Renault Floride | 1966 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Floride | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
