1996 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 250 kg more than 1963 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1963 Renault Floride | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Floride |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |