1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Megane (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500.
Because 1963 Fiat 500 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 1963 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
