1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (130 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 180 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.
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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2473 mm |
