2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 337 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 1955 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1955 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Colorado | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |