2003 Proton Saloon vs. 1971 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Proton Saloon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Carina weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Carina 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 1971 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1971 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Saloon | 1971 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
