1967 Maserati Mexico vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1967 Maserati Mexico is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 155 kg more than 1951 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, 1967 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Maserati Mexico | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Maserati | Renault |
Model | Mexico | Fregate |
Year Released | 1967 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
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 | 1450 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |