2005 Proton Saloon vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2005 Proton Saloon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon. 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Saloon | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Proton | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Saloon | 146 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
