1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1968 Isuzu 117 is newer by 9 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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117.
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, 1959 Renault Fregate (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Isuzu 117 | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Isuzu | Renault |
Model | 117 | Fregate |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |