1954 Plymouth Belvedere vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1954 Plymouth Belvedere is newer by 3 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 3,960 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Plymouth Belvedere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Plymouth Belvedere (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Plymouth Belvedere should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 245 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Plymouth Belvedere | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Belvedere | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2810 mm |
