1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 23 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Maestro weights approximately 100 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, 1987 Austin Maestro, 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, 1987 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1964 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | Floride |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
