1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 660 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |