1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 321 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
