1970 Rover P5B vs. 2012 Proton Savvy
To start off, 2012 Proton Savvy is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (158 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Proton Savvy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 635 kg more than 2012 Proton Savvy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Rover P5B 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 1970 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Proton Savvy, 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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Savvy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Rover P5B | 2012 Proton Savvy | |
| Make | Rover | Proton |
| Model | P5B | Savvy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 3527 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2400 mm |
