1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Thalia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Trabant P 70 | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Trabant | Renault |
| Model | P 70 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 689 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2473 mm |
