1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 58 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 261 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3210 mm |
