1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 1993 Proton Persona is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (115 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Proton Persona (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 1993 Proton Persona has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Proton Persona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Land Rover | Proton |
| Model | A 109 | Persona |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
