1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1957 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1958 Lancia Aurelia is newer by 1 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 254 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
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:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1957 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Aurelia | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
