1986 AC Ace vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 205 kg more than 1964 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1964 Renault Floride | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Floride |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
