2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 58 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, 1951 Renault Fregate (56 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Renault Fregate should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda, 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, 1951 Renault Fregate (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1951 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 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 | 915 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
