2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 44 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, 2003 Fiat Idea (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 152 kg more than 2003 Fiat Idea.
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, 2003 Fiat Idea, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Idea | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
