1958 Riley 4 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 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (64 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley 4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Because 1958 Riley 4 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 Riley 4. 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 (160 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4. 2012 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 1958 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1958 Riley 4 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:
1958 Riley 4 | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Riley | Renault |
Model | 4 | Thalia |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2473 mm |