2005 Mini Cooper vs. 1966 Renault Floride
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (115 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 300 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 1966 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 1966 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper, 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 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 1966 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Floride |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
