1954 AC Aceca vs. 1994 Proton Persona
To start off, 1994 Proton Persona is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 AC Aceca (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Proton Persona weights approximately 70 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca.
Because 1954 AC Aceca 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 1954 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1954 AC Aceca (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 1994 Proton Persona | |
Make | AC | Proton |
Model | Aceca | Persona |
Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |