1997 Mazda 323 vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1997 Mazda 323 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 323 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 323 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 323, 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, 1997 Mazda 323 (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 323 | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | Floride |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
