2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 505 kg more than 1950 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1950 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Astro | P4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
