1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2002 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 630 kg more than 1948 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 AC 2-Litre | 2002 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2-Litre | Astro |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 117 L |
