1980 Renault Fuego vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 1980 Renault Fuego is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 317 kg more than 1960 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego, 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 Renault Fuego (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Renault Fuego | 1960 Renault Floride | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Fuego | Floride |
Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 29 L |