1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1955 Renault Colorale
To start off, 1960 Ford Zodiac 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 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Renault Colorale weights approximately 394 kg more than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
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 Ford Zodiac | 1955 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Zodiac | Colorale |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
