1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 28 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 45 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 98 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
