1997 Proton 300 vs. 1997 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 1997 Proton 300 and 1997 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 740 kg more than 1997 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Proton 300 | 1997 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Proton | Seat |
Model | 300 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |