1965 Renault Floride vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 42 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 585 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, 2007 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Renault | Saab |
Model | Floride | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |