1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1647 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Anglia | Colorado |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |