2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 401 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 Dodge Neon, 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 Dodge Neon (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Neon | Floride |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 29 L |
