1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Thalia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 2012 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2473 mm |
