1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1996 Proton 300
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 300 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Proton 300. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Proton 300 (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1996 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
| Model | 145 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
