2001 Audi A3 vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1963 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3, 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 A3 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A3 | Floride |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
