1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1995 Fiat Vivace is newer by 33 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Vivace 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, 1995 Fiat Vivace, 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 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Vivace | 1962 Renault Floride | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Vivace | Floride |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |