2000 Audi S4 vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2000 Audi S4 is newer by 41 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S4 (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S4 weights approximately 900 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, 2000 Audi S4, 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, 2000 Audi S4 (350 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S4 | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S4 | Floride |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
