2000 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Thalia (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Palio weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Renault Thalia (105 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Palio | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2473 mm |
