2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1948 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 1948 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
