1995 Citroen C vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 1995 Citroen C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride would be higher. At 952 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen C (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen C weights approximately 85 kg more than 1960 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen C, 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, 1995 Citroen C (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 1960 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C | Floride |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 29 L |
