1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
