1949 Austin 16 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 20 kg more than 1949 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (221 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 16 | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
