1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 600 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2473 mm |
