1967 Audi Variant vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1967 Audi Variant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Audi Variant (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 324 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, 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, 1967 Audi Variant (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Audi Variant | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | Variant | Floride |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |