2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 925 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Colorado | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
