1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1959 Renault Fregate is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Renault Fregate (76 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Renault Fregate should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 150 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1956 GAZ M-20 | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | GAZ | Renault |
Model | M-20 | Fregate |
Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |