2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. Both 2005 Fiat Seicento and 1965 Renault Floride are equipped with a 1,108 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Renault Floride weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1965 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 1965 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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, both vehicles can yield 88 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1965 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | Floride |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
