1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 30 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 75 | Fregate |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |