2004 Mazda 2 vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 44 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 395 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, 2004 Mazda 2, 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 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 1960 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 2 | Floride |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| 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 | 1155 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
