1947 Austin A 110 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
