2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1967 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M 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 131 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 898 kg more than 1967 Ford 12 M. 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 1967 Ford 12 M. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1967 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 125 L |
