1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Proton 400
To start off, 2002 Proton 400 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 334 kg more than 2002 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Proton 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
Model | Spider | 400 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |