1976 Renault 20 vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1976 Renault 20 is newer by 17 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 415 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, 1976 Renault 20, 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, 1976 Renault 20 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 20 | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 20 | Floride |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 29 L |
