1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1970 Holden Monaro is newer by 11 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Monaro (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 5 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Monaro | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
