1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1959 Renault Fregate is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 76 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Renault Fregate (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC 2-Litre | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | 2-Litre | Fregate |
Year Released | 1953 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |