2007 Proton Arena vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2007 Proton Arena. 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2007 Proton Arena has manual transmission. 2007 Proton Arena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Arena | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Proton | Fiat |
| Model | Arena | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
