2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 41 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 113 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2000 Citroen Xsara, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2000 Citroen Xsara 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. 2000 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
