2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 43 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 644 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Crossfire | Floride |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
