2009 Honda Fit vs. 2001 Proton 400
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 159 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2001 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Fit | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
