1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 240 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99.
Because 1960 Austin A 99 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 1960 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 99 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
