1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Bel Air | Colorado |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |