1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Megane |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
