2001 Proton Tiara vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2001 Proton Tiara is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Proton Tiara.
Because 1958 Vauxhall Victor 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 1958 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Proton Tiara, 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, 1958 Vauxhall Victor (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton Tiara | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Proton | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tiara | Victor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
