1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2004 Proton Juara
To start off, 2004 Proton Juara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Austin 3-Litre 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 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Austin 3-Litre (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 3-Litre | 2004 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Austin | Proton |
| Model | 3-Litre | Juara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2400 mm |
