1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1996 Proton 400.
Because 1960 Austin A 99 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 1960 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400, 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Austin | Proton |
Model | A 99 | 400 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |