1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 74 L |
