1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Proton 400
To start off, 1997 Proton 400 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1997 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Austin A 90 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 1964 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1997 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Austin | Proton |
| Model | A 90 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| 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 | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
