1950 Austin A135 vs. 2003 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2003 Proton Saloon is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2003 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A135 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 A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Proton Saloon, 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2003 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Austin | Proton |
| Model | A135 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2390 mm |
