1959 Renault Fregate vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1959 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate. 1995 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Fregate has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Fregate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Fregate | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | Fregate | 406 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
