1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 31 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 630 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, 1993 Lancia Thema, 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 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lancia Thema | 1962 Renault Floride | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Thema | Floride |
Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1410 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |