1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 453 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 55 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
