2003 Proton 400 vs. 1977 Audi 80
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton 400 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1977 Audi 80.
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, 1977 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton 400 | 1977 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Proton | Audi |
| Model | 400 | 80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
