1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1994 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1994 Proton Saloon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1994 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1994 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Austin | Proton |
| Model | A 99 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
