1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 1992 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
