1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Proton 400
To start off, 2000 Proton 400 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton 400 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Proton 400, 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2000 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
| Model | Giulietta | 400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
