1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 169 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1965 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Floride |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
