2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 31 L |
