1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1998 Proton 300
To start off, 1998 Proton 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton 300 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1998 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
| Model | 33 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 75 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 | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
