2003 Renault Megane vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 52 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, 2003 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
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, 2003 Renault Megane, 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, 1951 Renault Fregate (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1951 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
