2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 42 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 365 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, 2004 Mini Cooper, 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 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm). This means 2004 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Floride |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
