1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1998 Renault Megane
To start off, 1998 Renault Megane is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Megane (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Megane weights approximately 590 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Alpine A 110 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 1970 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Renault Megane (196 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1998 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2480 mm |
