1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 48 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, 2012 Renault Megane (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Renault Megane (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Megane |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
