1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1957 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 39 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 355 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 197 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
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:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1957 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
