1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (64 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Thalia weights approximately 430 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 2012 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth Bialbero has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | Bialbero | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 694 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 | 69 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2473 mm |
