1966 Renault Floride vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 41 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (175 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 660 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 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Floride | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Floride | Forester |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
