1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1960 Renault Floride

To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 23 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 155 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint, 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint 1960 Renault Floride
Make Alfa Romeo Renault
Model Sprint Floride
Year Released 1983 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 845 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 59 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 58 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.2 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 760 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 29 L


 

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