1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1996 Proton Perdana is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Perdana (148 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana, 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, 1996 Proton Perdana (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70. 1996 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Austin | Proton |
| Model | A 70 | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
