1959 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1466 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Colorado |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |