1957 Renault Fregate vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 40 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 331 kg more than 1957 Renault Fregate. 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 | 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Fregate | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1960 mm |
