1959 Renault Fregate vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay is newer by 46 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (201 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 628 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, 2005 Saturn Relay, 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, 2005 Saturn Relay (298 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Fregate | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Fregate | Relay |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |
