2006 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 41 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 771 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, 2006 Honda Civic, 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, 2006 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride. 2006 Honda Civic 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. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1965 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Floride |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
