1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound 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 60 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 880 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2001 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Astro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
