2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Proton Arena
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Proton Arena were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Proton Arena. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (164 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Proton Arena | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
Model | 156 | Arena |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1774 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |