1958 AC Ace vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 329 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1958 AC Ace 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 1958 AC Ace. 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 (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Megane |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
