1951 Renault Fregate vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 54 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, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 81 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, 2005 Seat Leon, 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Renault Fregate | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Fregate | Leon |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
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 | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |