1958 Austin A135 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 1995 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A135 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 101.6 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 | 2080 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
