1987 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 1987 Fiat Ritmo 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 25 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 Fiat Ritmo, 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 Fiat Ritmo (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Ritmo | 1964 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | Floride |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
