1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 19 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
