1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Thalia (74 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Thalia weights approximately 250 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 600 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 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Renault Thalia (105 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 600 | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 600 | Thalia |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 41 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2473 mm |