1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1998 Proton 400
To start off, 1998 Proton 400 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton 400 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1998 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
| Model | 33 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
