1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2012 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2473 mm |
