1957 Renault Fregate vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 46 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 89 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1957 Renault Fregate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 2003 Toyota Avensis 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. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Fregate | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Fregate | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
