2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 Proton 300
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton 300 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2004 Proton 300. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 300. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2004 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
| Model | 166 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
