2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Proton 300
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton 300 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Proton 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton 300 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Proton 300.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Proton 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2002 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Panda | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
