1958 Austin A135 vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Austin A135 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 Austin A135. 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A135 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
