1961 Austin 7 vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 525 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 7 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |
