2008 Ford Ka vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ka weights approximately 202 kg more than 1960 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ka, 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 Ka (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 1960 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ka | Floride |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 29 L |
