1993 Proton Saloon vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1993 Proton Saloon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1993 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Rover P5 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 1963 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Proton Saloon, 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Saloon. 1963 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1993 Proton Saloon has manual transmission. 1993 Proton Saloon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Proton Saloon | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Proton | Rover |
| Model | Saloon | P5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2820 mm |
