2011 Fiat Bravo vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 356 kg more than 2012 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Bravo | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Bravo | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2473 mm |
