2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 57 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 115 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 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 | 1410 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
