2003 Morgan 4 vs. 2000 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 3 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton 400 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4.
Because 2003 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Proton 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Morgan 4 | 2000 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Morgan | Proton |
| Model | 4 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
