1957 Renault Fregate vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1967 Toyota Crown is newer by 10 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 2,597 cc, 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 9 kg more than 1967 Toyota Crown.
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 | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Fregate | Crown |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2597 cc |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
