2008 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 49 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, 2008 Honda Civic (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2141 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
