1965 Renault Floride vs. 1998 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1998 Renault Twingo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Twingo (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Twingo weights approximately 5 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, 1998 Renault Twingo, 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, 1998 Renault Twingo (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Renault Floride | 1998 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Floride | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
