1951 Austin A vs. 1951 Renault Colorale
To start off, both 1951 Austin A and 1951 Renault Colorale were released in the same year (1951). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Renault Colorale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Renault Colorale (45 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Renault Colorale should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Colorale weights approximately 925 kg more than 1951 Austin A. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 1951 Renault Colorale | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A | Colorale |
Year Released | 1951 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 45 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |