2001 Fiat Ecobasic vs. 2001 Proton Juara

To start off, both 2001 Fiat Ecobasic and 2001 Proton Juara were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Ecobasic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (60 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton Juara weights approximately 249 kg more than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Fiat Ecobasic (163 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Ecobasic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara. 2001 Fiat Ecobasic has automatic transmission and 2001 Proton Juara has manual transmission. 2001 Proton Juara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Fiat Ecobasic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Fiat Ecobasic 2001 Proton Juara
Make Fiat Proton
Model Ecobasic Juara
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1200 cc 1094 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 756 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 3500 mm 3670 mm