1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1996 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| 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 | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
