1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
| Model | Giulia | 400 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
