1966 Fiat Coupe 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 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 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, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Coupe | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Coupe | 400 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
