1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 54 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Bel Air | Cobalt |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 49 L |