1955 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1954 Renault Colorale
To start off, 1955 Chrysler Windsor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 5,420 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Windsor (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1954 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 315 kg more than 1954 Renault Colorale. 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:
| 1955 Chrysler Windsor | 1954 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Windsor | Colorale |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
