1951 Renault Fregate vs. 1982 Simca 1100
To start off, 1982 Simca 1100 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 385 kg more than 1982 Simca 1100.
Because 1951 Renault Fregate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Renault Fregate (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Renault Fregate | 1982 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Fregate | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
