1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 426 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 40 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1187 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 72 L |