2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1962 Ford Consul
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 968 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. 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 1962 Ford Consul. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1962 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Consul |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 58.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2500 mm |
