1959 Renault Fregate vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 150 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 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Fregate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate. 2003 Subaru Legacy 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. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Renault Fregate | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Fregate | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |