1957 Renault Fregate vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 MR2 (190 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 392 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
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 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Fregate | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 992 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
