1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
| Model | GTA | 400 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
