1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 865 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1993 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 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 | 1030 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
