1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2003 Proton 300
To start off, 2003 Proton 300 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 85 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, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2003 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Proton |
| Model | 100 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
