1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 372 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1998 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1300 | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
