2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 789 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Aveo | Floride |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
