1959 Renault Fregate vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 53 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, 1959 Renault Fregate (76 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Renault Fregate should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Renault Fregate.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1959 Renault Fregate (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Renault Fregate | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fregate | Colt |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |