2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 54 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (121 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 210 kg more than 1951 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 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1951 Renault Fregate has manual transmission. 1951 Renault Fregate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | C | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
