2000 Citroen C2 vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2000 Citroen C2 is newer by 49 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, 2000 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Citroen C2.
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, 2000 Citroen C2, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1951 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C2 | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2810 mm |
