1951 Renault Fregate vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 49 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Renault Fregate | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Fregate | 146 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
