2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2000 Proton 400
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 Proton 400. 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2000 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Grande Punto | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
