1997 Innocenti Mille vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Thalia (64 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Thalia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 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, 2009 Renault Thalia (160 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 2009 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 1997 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1997 Innocenti Mille will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Innocenti Mille | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | Mille | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2473 mm |
