1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 485 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 30 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 1952 Austin A 30. 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, 1996 Renault Megane (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 30 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
