1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1987 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
