1950 Austin A135 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2001 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A135 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
