2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1960 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect 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 148 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1117 kg more than 1960 Ford Prefect. 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 1960 Ford Prefect. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1960 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2220 mm |
