2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor 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 126 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 634 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Colorado | Victor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
