2005 Audi A3 vs. 1966 Renault Floride
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1966 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi A3 (330 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1966 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A3 | Floride |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
