1953 Austin A 110 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 410 kg more than 1953 Austin A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1953 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
