1956 Renault Colorale vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1956 Renault Colorale is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Renault Colorale weights approximately 315 kg more than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
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:
| 1956 Renault Colorale | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Renault | Sunbeam |
| Model | Colorale | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
