1985 Porsche 944 vs. 1957 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1985 Porsche 944 is newer by 28 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 39 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944.
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:
| 1985 Porsche 944 | 1957 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 944 | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
