1957 Renault Fregate vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 50 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 148 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Fregate | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fregate | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
