1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 1957 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is newer by 5 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 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 87 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
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. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Fregate has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Fregate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 1957 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Jetfire | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
