2001 Proton Tiara vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2001 Proton Tiara 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Proton Tiara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton Tiara weights approximately 34 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 Proton Tiara, 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 Tiara (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Proton Tiara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton Tiara | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Tiara | Floride |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
