2000 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1958 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tracker | 1958 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tracker | Prefect |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2220 mm |