1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 259 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Impala | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
