2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1957 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 477 kg more than 1957 Ford Zodiac. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1957 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
