1950 Austin A135 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 A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A135 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |
