2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox 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 80 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 385 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Colorado | Velox |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
