1984 Austin Montego vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 298 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, 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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Floride |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
