2003 Mazda 6 vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1960 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6, 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 1960 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Floride |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 29 L |
