1972 MG MGB vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Juara weights approximately 3 kg more than 1972 MG MGB.
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, 1972 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 MG MGB | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | MG | Proton |
| Model | MGB | Juara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2400 mm |
