1960 Austin 7 vs. 1995 Proton Persona
To start off, 1995 Proton Persona is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Proton Persona weights approximately 350 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Proton Persona (110 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1995 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1995 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Austin | Proton |
| Model | 7 | Persona |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
