1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 72 L |
