1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2003 Proton 300
To start off, 2003 Proton 300 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 495 kg more than 2003 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2003 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Proton |
| Model | Tickford | 300 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
