1980 Fiat Panda vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1980 Fiat Panda 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. Both 1980 Fiat Panda and 1962 Renault Floride are equipped with a 843 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Fiat Panda (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat Panda weights approximately 60 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 Fiat Panda, 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 Fiat Panda (147 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (59 Nm). This means 1980 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat Panda | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Floride |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
