2003 Proton Impian vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2003 Proton Impian is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 379 kg more than 2003 Proton Impian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Proton Impian, 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Impian | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Proton | Rover |
| Model | Impian | P5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
