1996 Italdesign Formula 4 vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, both 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 and 1996 Proton 400 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 (147 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400.
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, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 (187 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (126 Nm). This means 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Proton |
| Model | Formula 4 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1466 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
