1957 Renault Fregate vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 244 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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. 2005 Toyota Corolla 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. 2005 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Fregate | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Fregate | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1140 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
