1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 40 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 264 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, 1999 Daewoo Lanos, 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 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daewoo Lanos | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Daewoo | Renault |
Model | Lanos | Floride |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |