1959 Renault Fregate vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 51 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 225 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander, 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Fregate | 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fregate | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
