1999 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Proton Arena
To start off, 2011 Proton Arena is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Proton Arena. 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, 1999 Honda Civic (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2011 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Arena |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
