1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1996 Proton 400.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Austin | Proton |
Model | A 90 | 400 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |