1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 230 kg more than 1969 Austin Maxi. 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 1969 Austin Maxi. 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, 1969 Austin Maxi (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maxi | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
