1955 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1953 Renault Colorale
To start off, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1953 Renault Colorale. (45 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Renault Colorale weights approximately 60 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air.
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. 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air has automatic transmission and 1953 Renault Colorale has manual transmission. 1953 Renault Colorale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1953 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Bel Air | Colorale |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4343 cc | 2381 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 45 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2670 mm |
