1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 44 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, 2005 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Juara 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 115 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 2005 Proton Juara | |
Make | Austin | Proton |
Model | A 55 | Juara |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |