1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 40 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 220 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Falcon | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Falcon | Fregate |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |