1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Bel Air | Colorado |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |