1966 Renault Floride vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 43 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 180 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, 2009 Tata Indica, 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 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Floride | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Floride | Indica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |
