2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2000 Proton 400
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Proton 400.
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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2000 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Fiorino | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
