1966 Renault Floride vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 329 kg more than 1966 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Floride | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Floride | Polo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1154 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
