1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1957 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 33 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 124 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1957 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | SZ | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
