2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Proton Arena
To start off, 2008 Proton Arena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Proton Arena.
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 GT (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
| Model | GT | Arena |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
