1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2011 Proton Arena
To start off, 2011 Proton Arena is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Proton Arena weights approximately 55 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Honda Quintet (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Quintet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Quintet | 2011 Proton Arena | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Quintet | Arena |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |