2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 5 kg more than 1959 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mini Cooper, 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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
