1988 Citroen BX vs. 1966 Renault Floride
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (71 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 105 kg more than 1966 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX, 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, 1988 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1966 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Floride |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
