2009 Proton Arena vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena is newer by 50 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 549 kg more than 2009 Proton Arena. 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, 2009 Proton Arena, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Proton Arena | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Proton | Rover |
| Model | Arena | P5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
