1970 Datsun 1200 vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 1200 would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 1200. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Juara weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Datsun 1200. 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, 1970 Datsun 1200 (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 1200 | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Datsun | Proton |
| Model | 1200 | Juara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2400 mm |
