1995 Innocenti Elba vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Elba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Elba would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Innocenti Elba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 355 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Elba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Renault Megane (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Elba | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | Elba | Megane |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
