1965 Renault Floride vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2009 Renault Symbol is newer by 44 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Symbol (64 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Symbol weights approximately 185 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, 2009 Renault Symbol, 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, 2009 Renault Symbol (160 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride. 2009 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 1965 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1965 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Renault Floride | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Floride | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2473 mm |
