1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Because 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 1900 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2473 mm |
