2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1960 Renault Floride

To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 175 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 Opel Corsa, 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 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Corsa 1960 Renault Floride
Make Opel Renault
Model Corsa Floride
Year Released 2005 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 845 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 59 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.4 mm 58 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.6 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 760 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 44 L 29 L


 

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