2006 Honda FR-V vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 291 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.
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 Honda FR-V, 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, 2006 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | FR-V | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
