1976 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Fiesta | 400 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
