2001 Audi A2 vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 42 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 284 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, 2001 Audi A2, 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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A2 | Floride |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
