1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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.
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1949 Austin A 70 | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 70 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |