1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 1993 Proton Persona is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 407 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Daimler Conquest | 1993 Proton Persona | |
Make | Daimler | Proton |
Model | Conquest | Persona |
Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |