1952 Renault Colorale vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP) has 745 more horse power than 1952 Renault Colorale. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1952 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Renault Colorale weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 TVR Speed 12.
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:
| 1952 Renault Colorale | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | Colorale | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 7728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 790 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
