1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 119 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tipo | Megane |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
