1997 Fiat Brava vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Brava. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Brava weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia.
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, 2011 Renault Thalia (148 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Brava | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Brava | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2473 mm |
