1959 Renault Fregate vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 48 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 85 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (251 Nm @ 190 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Fregate | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fregate | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 190 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
