2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2000 Nissan Sentra is newer by 49 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, 2000 Nissan Sentra (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate.
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, 2000 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2000 Nissan Sentra (176 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate. 2000 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 1951 Renault Fregate has manual transmission. 1951 Renault Fregate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Sentra | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sentra | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
