1957 Renault Fregate vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 49 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 21 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.
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, 2006 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Fregate | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Fregate | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
