1956 Citroen DS vs. 1956 Renault Fregate
To start off, both 1956 Citroen DS and 1956 Renault Fregate were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Renault Fregate weights approximately 130 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS.
Because 1956 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 1956 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1956 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
