1958 Alpine A 106 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 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Thalia weights approximately 450 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Alpine A 106 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 Alpine A 106. 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, 2012 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 106 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2473 mm |
