2000 Proton 400 vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Proton 400. 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton 400 | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Proton | Fiat |
| Model | 400 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
