1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 14 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 124 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Alfasud | Floride |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |