2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 Proton Impian
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2004 Proton Impian were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2004 Proton Impian. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Impian. 2004 Proton Impian has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Proton Impian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2004 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
| Model | 147 | Impian |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
