1965 MG 1100 vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, both 1965 MG 1100 and 1965 Renault Floride were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Renault Floride is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG 1100 (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 MG 1100 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 MG 1100, 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, 1965 Renault Floride (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Renault Floride will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1965 MG 1100 | 1965 Renault Floride | |
Make | MG | Renault |
Model | 1100 | Floride |
Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |