1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Festiva (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Festiva weights approximately 50 kg more than 1962 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva, 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 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 1962 Renault Floride | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Festiva | Floride |
Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2270 mm |