2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 293 kg more than 1963 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR, 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 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | HHR | Floride |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
