1979 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Proton Arena
To start off, 2003 Proton Arena is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Arena (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Proton Arena.
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, 2003 Proton Arena (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2003 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | 100 | Arena |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
