1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 33 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 170 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, 1992 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm). This means 1992 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Applause | Floride |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 59 Nm |
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 | 930 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |