2008 MG ZT-T vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 MG ZT-T is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT-T weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1961 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 MG ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2008 MG ZT-T | 1961 Renault Floride | |
Make | MG | Renault |
Model | ZT-T | Floride |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |