1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1994 Proton Persona
To start off, 1994 Proton Persona is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Proton Persona weights approximately 280 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 30 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 1952 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Proton Persona, 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, 1994 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 1994 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Austin | Proton |
| Model | A 30 | Persona |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
