1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 602 kg more than 2009 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2473 mm |
