2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 395 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | C | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
