2009 Opel Corsa vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 48 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 470 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.
Because 1961 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 1961 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa, 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 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Corsa | 1961 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Floride |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
