2008 Mazda 3 vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3, 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 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 1965 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 3 | Floride |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
