1968 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Thalia weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 1968 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. 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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | 2 Litres | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2473 mm |
