1957 Renault Fregate vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 55 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 588 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Renault Fregate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Fregate | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
