1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 53 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 51 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
