1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane.
Because 1957 Austin A 95 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 1957 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 95 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
