1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1954 Renault Colorale
To start off, 1958 Austin A 40 is newer by 4 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Renault Colorale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Renault Colorale (51 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Renault Colorale should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Renault Colorale weights approximately 824 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. 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:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 1954 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | Colorale |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2670 mm |
