1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 90 kg more than 1959 Renault Fregate. 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Fregate has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Fregate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
