1957 Renault Fregate vs. 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, both 1957 Renault Fregate and 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Renault Fregate (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Renault Fregate should accelerate faster than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 564 kg more than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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:

1957 Renault Fregate 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Renault Volkswagen
Model Fregate Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 1957 1957
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2141 cc 1192 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 80 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1384 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2430 mm


 

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