1962 Jaguar MK II vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1962 Jaguar MK II is newer by 3 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 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 142 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK II | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | MK II | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
