1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
