1969 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2003 Proton Juara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton Juara weights approximately 35 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2003 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
| Model | Junior | Juara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
