1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 895 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1988 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
