1953 AC Ace vs. 1999 Proton 300
To start off, 1999 Proton 300 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 AC Ace (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton 300 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1953 AC Ace.
Because 1953 AC Ace 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 1953 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Proton 300, 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, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1999 Proton 300 | |
| Make | AC | Proton |
| Model | Ace | 300 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
