1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 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 149 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1995 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2830 mm |
