1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
| Model | Alfasud | 400 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
