2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 48 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 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 76 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 1959 Renault Fregate (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Grande Punto | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
