1964 Renault Floride vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 38 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForFour weights approximately 151 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, 2002 Smart ForFour, 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, 2002 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride. 2002 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 1964 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1964 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Renault Floride | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Renault | Smart |
Model | Floride | ForFour |
Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |