2007 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride.
Because 1962 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 1962 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Floride |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
