1967 Morris Mini Moke vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1967 Morris Mini Moke is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Renault Floride is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Renault Floride (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Renault Floride should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Renault Floride weights approximately 126 kg more than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1962 Renault Floride (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1962 Renault Floride will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris Mini Moke | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Mini Moke | Floride |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 38 L |
