1955 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Consul | Colorado |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |