2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (74 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Thalia weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2473 mm |
