1963 Rover P5 vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P5 (119 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1963 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Rover P5 | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Rover | Renault |
Model | P5 | Thalia |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 105 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 | 1720 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2473 mm |