1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 99 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
