1956 AC Ace vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 826 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Megane |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
