1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2001 Proton Juara is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 2300 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 1962 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Proton Juara, 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, 1962 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | 2300 | Juara |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
