1949 Allard K1 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1949 Allard K1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard K1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1.
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1949 Allard K1 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | K1 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 72 L |