1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Renault Thalia (148 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400. 2009 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 1951 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1951 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1400 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2473 mm |
