1959 AC Ace vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 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 531 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Ace | Megane |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |