2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2012 Proton Arena
To start off, 2012 Proton Arena is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2012 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Grande Punto | Arena |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
