1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 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 90 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 136 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
