1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 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 33 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400. 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 1962 Abarth 2400. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2400 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3210 mm |
