2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 601 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Colorado | 356 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 52 L |
