2001 Mini One vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mini One would be higher. Both 2001 Mini One and 2009 Renault Thalia are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mini One (115 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mini One weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 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, 2001 Mini One (149 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2001 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | One | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2473 mm |
