1953 Nissan Sports vs. 1994 Proton Persona
To start off, 1994 Proton Persona is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Proton Persona weights approximately 210 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 1994 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Sports | Persona |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1299 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2510 mm |
