1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Proton Juara

To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 2005 Proton Juara
Make Alfa Romeo Proton
Model Alfa 6 Juara
Year Released 1979 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 1094 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 156 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2400 mm


 

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