1992 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Proton 300
To start off, 1996 Proton 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 300 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1992 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Fiesta | 300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
