2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 46 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 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 35 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Drifter | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2141 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
