2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GT and 2003 Proton 400 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 Proton 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
Model | GT | 400 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |