1976 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2005 Proton Arena
To start off, 2005 Proton Arena is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Proton Arena. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Arena weights approximately 65 kg more than 1976 Lancia Fulvia.
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 Lancia Fulvia (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Fulvia | 2005 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Lancia | Proton |
| Model | Fulvia | Arena |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
