2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 46 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 347 kg more than 1962 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Floride |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 1107 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
