1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2003 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
| Model | Dardo | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
