1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1997 Proton 400
To start off, 1997 Proton 400 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Proton 400 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1997 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Abarth | Proton |
| Model | 1300 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1299 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
