1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 1986 Hyundai Excel is newer by 26 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Hyundai Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Hyundai Excel (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Hyundai Excel weights approximately 215 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, 1986 Hyundai Excel, 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 Hyundai Excel (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Hyundai Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Hyundai Excel | 1960 Renault Floride | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Excel | Floride |
Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |