1957 Renault Fregate vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 53 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 128 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.
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 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fregate | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2685 mm |
