1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 37 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 465 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xantia | Floride |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
