1951 Renault Fregate vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Saturn SC is newer by 51 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, 2002 Saturn SC (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 221 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC.
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, 2002 Saturn SC, 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, 2002 Saturn SC (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Renault Fregate | 2002 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Fregate | SC |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
