1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1994 Proton Saloon is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Proton Saloon (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Proton Saloon.
Because 1952 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Proton Saloon (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1994 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Austin | Proton |
| Model | A 40 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
