2003 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 760 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.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz C | 1960 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | C | Floride |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 29 L |
