2005 Kia Rio vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 330 kg more than 1963 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio, 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 Kia Rio (141 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Floride |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
