1965 Renault Floride vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 38 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 715 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Renault Floride | 2003 Renault Clio | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Floride | Clio |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |