1959 Trabant P 70 vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Thalia (64 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Thalia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Renault Thalia (160 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Trabant P 70 | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Trabant | Renault |
| Model | P 70 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2473 mm |
