1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Proton 400
To start off, 1998 Proton 400 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton 400 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Proton 400 | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Fiesta | 400 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |