2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 45 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 314 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 1959 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Aveo | Floride |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
