1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 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 162 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 30 | 2004 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 30 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 102 L |
