1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1957 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1971 Dodge Dart is newer by 14 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 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Dart (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 29 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 1957 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dart | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
