2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 645 kg more than 1960 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1960 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Eclipse | Floride |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 29 L |
