2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower 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 138 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 623 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Colorado | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
