1999 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 40 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, 1999 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Fregate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1959 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Terios | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Terios | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
