1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (74 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Thalia weights approximately 718 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Renault Thalia (105 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2012 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 1957 Berkeley Sports has manual transmission. 1957 Berkeley Sports 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:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Berkeley | Renault |
Model | Sports | Thalia |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 49 Nm | 105 Nm |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2473 mm |