2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 470 kg more than 1960 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1960 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Floride |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
