1959 Renault Fregate vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 187 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 Volkswagen CC, 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 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Renault Fregate | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Fregate | CC |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |