1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 1982 Audi Coupe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi Coupe weights approximately 290 kg more than 1961 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe, 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, 1982 Audi Coupe (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1961 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Floride |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
