1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1955 Renault Colorale
To start off, 1960 Abarth 700 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Renault Colorale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1955 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Renault Colorale weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
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:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1955 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 700 | Colorale |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
