1959 Renault Fregate vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 37 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 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane.
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, 1996 Renault Megane, 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, 1996 Renault Megane (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Fregate | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Fregate | Megane |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
