1957 Renault Fregate vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1966 Toyota Publica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Fregate would be higher. 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 51 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Renault Fregate should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 802 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. 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 | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Fregate | Publica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2140 mm |
