1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 450 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Fairlane 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 1975 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fairlane | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2473 mm |
