1979 Subaru Coupe vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (74 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Thalia weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Subaru Coupe (125 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Coupe | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2473 mm |
