1971 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, 2007 Proton Arena is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Proton Arena.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Audi 100 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | 100 | Arena |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
