2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1998 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton Perdana (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Proton Perdana.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1998 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
Model | 156 | Perdana |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |