1958 Ford Popular vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 915 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Popular | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Popular | Megane |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2690 mm |
