1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 72 L |
