1963 Fiat Berline vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 125 kg more than 1963 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat Berline 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 Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Berline. (189 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Berline | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Berline | Megane |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
