1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 457 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2473 mm |
