1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1988 Proton Saloon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Proton Saloon (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1988 Proton Saloon.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Proton Saloon (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1988 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Austin | Proton |
| Model | A 40 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 102 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
