1961 Austin A vs. 2003 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 2003 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
