1977 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Proton 400
To start off, 1998 Proton 400 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton 400 weights approximately 321 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. 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, 1998 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1998 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | 400 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
