2005 Proton 300 vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Proton 300 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 497 kg more than 2005 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Riley Pathfinder 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 1954 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Proton 300, 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, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton 300 | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Proton | Riley |
| Model | 300 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
