1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 220 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | Tickford | Colorado |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |