1964 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 2004 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Princess | Astro |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |