1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
