1999 Kia Retona vs. 1966 Renault Floride
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Retona (90 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1966 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 1966 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Retona | Floride |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
