1966 Trabant P 601 vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 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 47 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Juara weights approximately 390 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Proton Juara 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 2005 Proton Juara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Trabant P 601, 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, 2005 Proton Juara (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Juara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Trabant P 601 | 2005 Proton Juara | |
Make | Trabant | Proton |
Model | P 601 | Juara |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 595 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2400 mm |