1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1973 Abarth 124 is newer by 14 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, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 124 | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1310 kg |
