1964 Renault Floride vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 215 kg more than 1964 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont, 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, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Renault Floride | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Floride | Belmont |
Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |