1951 Renault Fregate vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 56 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, 2007 Tata Indica (74 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica.
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, 2007 Tata Indica, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Renault Fregate | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Fregate | Indica |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 150 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
