1957 Renault Fregate vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1967 TVR Tuscan 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 354 kg more than 1967 TVR Tuscan.
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 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | Fregate | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |
