2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan 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 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 397 kg more than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Colorado | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
