2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 55 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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Sirion | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
