2001 Honda City vs. 1996 Proton 300
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 5 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, 2001 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Proton 300. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 300 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Honda City.
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, 1996 Proton 300 (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda City | 1996 Proton 300 | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | City | 300 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |