2001 Proton 400 vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 2001 Proton 400 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton 400 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1962 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Proton 400, 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 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton 400 | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | 400 | Floride |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
