1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2001 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 78 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 443 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2001 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Astro |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
