2003 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 590 kg more than 1962 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Galant, 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 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride. 2003 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1962 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1962 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mitsubishi Galant | 1962 Renault Floride | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Galant | Floride |
Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |