1958 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Thalia (74 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Thalia weights approximately 65 kg more than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Riley One-Point-Five 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 One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Riley One-Point-Five (112 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1958 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Riley One-Point-Five | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Riley | Renault |
| Model | One-Point-Five | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2473 mm |
