1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
Because 1964 Austin A 90 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 1964 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
