1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound 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 AC Greyhound. 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Greyhound | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2473 mm |
