1966 Avanti Avanti vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1966 Avanti Avanti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 680 kg more than 1962 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Avanti Avanti | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Avanti | Renault |
| Model | Avanti | Floride |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
