1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Thalia weights approximately 388 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Europa | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2473 mm |
