1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 20 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Megane |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
