1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 98 kg more than 1951 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva, 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 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
