2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1957 Ford Popular
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 523 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. 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 1957 Ford Popular. 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 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1957 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Popular |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2300 mm |
