1957 Renault Fregate vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 48 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2005 Skoda Octavia, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Fregate | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Fregate | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
