1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 604 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |
