2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1958 Ford Popular
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular 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 149 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 838 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1958 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Popular |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2300 mm |
