1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Thalia weights approximately 175 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2473 mm |
