1988 Renault 19 vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1963 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19, 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 Renault 19 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 19 | Floride |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
