1966 Renault Floride vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 313 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, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Floride | Polo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1597 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 | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
