1980 Audi 100 vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1980 Audi 100 is newer by 18 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 100 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1962 Renault Floride. 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, 1980 Audi 100, 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, 1980 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Floride |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
