2002 Honda Acty vs. 2009 Proton Arena
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Proton Arena weights approximately 195 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
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, 2002 Honda Acty (139 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Acty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 2009 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Acty | Arena |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1035 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
