2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Renault Floride weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1961 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Caterham | Renault |
| Model | Beaulieu | Floride |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |
