1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 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 58 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 135. 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 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 2001 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 135 | Astro |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |