1951 Renault Fregate vs. 2003 Renault Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Espace is newer by 52 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Espace (137 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Espace weights approximately 466 kg more than 1951 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Renault Espace, 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, 2003 Renault Espace (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Renault Fregate | 2003 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Fregate | Espace |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
