1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Proton Arena
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2009 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2009 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | 130 | Arena |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
