1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |
