1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 476 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2210 mm |
