1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 357 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |
