1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2004 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 51 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 503 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Astro |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
