1955 Ford Anglia vs. 1957 Renault Colorale
To start off, 1957 Renault Colorale is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Renault Colorale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Renault Colorale (51 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Renault Colorale should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Colorale weights approximately 845 kg more than 1955 Ford Anglia. 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 Ford Anglia | 1957 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Anglia | Colorale |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |
