1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 17 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 35 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Fregate has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Fregate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 200 | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
