2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 719 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.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | C | Floride |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
