2003 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 44 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 794 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 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Floride |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
