1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (176 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 95 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
