2007 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 884 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A4 | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A4 | Floride |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |