1994 Fiat Tempra vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1994 Fiat Tempra is newer by 35 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, 1959 Renault Fregate (76 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Renault Fregate should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Fregate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Renault Fregate (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Tempra | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Tempra | Fregate |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |