1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 110 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 110 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 1949 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane, 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
