1999 Opel Speedster vs. 1957 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1999 Opel Speedster is newer by 42 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Speedster (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 439 kg more than 1999 Opel Speedster.
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:
| 1999 Opel Speedster | 1957 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Speedster | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |
