1986 Citroen CX vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 605 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 1964 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 1964 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX, 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, 1986 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1964 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Floride |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
