1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Thalia weights approximately 530 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2473 mm |
