2001 Opel Frogster vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Renault Floride is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frogster (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frogster should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 483 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frogster, 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, 1965 Renault Floride (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Renault Floride will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Frogster | 1965 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Frogster | Floride |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
