1997 Proton 400 vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1997 Proton 400 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1997 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 490 kg more than 1997 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Proton 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 400. 1965 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1997 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 1997 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Proton 400 | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Proton | Avanti |
| Model | 400 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
