1954 AC Aceca vs. 1992 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 1992 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Astro |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
