1965 NSU 1000 vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,094 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton Juara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Juara weights approximately 355 kg more than 1965 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Proton Juara (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Juara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000. 2005 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 1965 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1965 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 NSU 1000 | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | NSU | Proton |
| Model | 1000 | Juara |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
