1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 35 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 375 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 145 | Floride |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
