1959 Renault Fregate vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 1999 Acura TL is newer by 40 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura TL weights approximately 265 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, 1999 Acura TL, 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, 1999 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate. 1999 Acura TL 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. 1999 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Fregate | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | Fregate | TL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
