2005 Mitsubishi Proudia vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia 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. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Proudia, 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 Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia has automatic transmission and 1965 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1965 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | 1965 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Proudia | Floride |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
