2003 Holden UTE vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2003 Holden UTE 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden UTE weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden UTE | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | UTE | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
