1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 38 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2473 mm |
