1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
