2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1959 Ford Popular
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular 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 161 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 1959 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Popular |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2300 mm |
