1996 Mazda Midge vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, both 1996 Mazda Midge 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 (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1996 Mazda Midge.
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 Proton 400 (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda Midge | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Mazda | Proton |
Model | Midge | 400 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |