1958 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Because 1958 Rover P4 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 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Rover P4 (153 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Rover P4 | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Rover | Renault |
| Model | P4 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2473 mm |
