1999 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic 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 1,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 60 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 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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1962 Renault Floride | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Floride |
Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 69 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |