2007 Proton Arena vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Arena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Arena would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 86 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 2011 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Arena | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Proton | Fiat |
| Model | Arena | Strada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
