2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 151 kg more than 1964 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1964 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Floride |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 815 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
