1972 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Proton Arena
To start off, 2010 Proton Arena is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2010 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Proton Arena weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Because 1972 Toyota Carina 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 1972 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Proton Arena, 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, 1972 Toyota Carina (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Carina | 2010 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Toyota | Proton |
| Model | Carina | Arena |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
