1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |
