1957 Renault Fregate vs. 1976 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1976 Datsun 260Z is newer by 19 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 284 kg more than 1976 Datsun 260Z.
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. 1976 Datsun 260Z has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Fregate has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Fregate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Datsun 260Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Fregate | 1976 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Renault | Datsun |
| Model | Fregate | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
