1958 AC Ace vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Thalia weights approximately 104 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1958 AC Ace 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 1958 AC Ace. 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2473 mm |
