1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Thalia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 1600 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2473 mm |
