1998 Mazda 121 vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1998 Mazda 121 is newer by 39 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 2 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Renault Fregate should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 319 kg more than 1998 Mazda 121. 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, 1998 Mazda 121, 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 1998 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 121 | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 121 | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
