1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1957 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 814 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1957 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
