1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 304 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Space Wagon | Floride |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
