1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 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 2 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Megane |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
