1965 Renault Floride vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 34 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 495 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, 1999 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Renault Floride | 1999 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Renault | Saab |
Model | Floride | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |