2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 45 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, 2004 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 163 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
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, 2004 Citroen C3, 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, 2004 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
