1971 Audi Variant vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1971 Audi Variant is newer by 12 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), 1971 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi Variant weights approximately 314 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, 1971 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, 1971 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Variant | Floride |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
