1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 828 kg more than 1968 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 2003 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 60 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |
