1993 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 34 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 530 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, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Beretta | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Beretta | Floride |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
