1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1993 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1993 Proton Saloon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Saloon (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1993 Proton Saloon.
Because 1961 Austin A 55 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 1961 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1961 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1993 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Austin | Proton |
| Model | A 55 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
