1966 Nissan Sunny vs. 1999 Proton Persona
To start off, 1999 Proton Persona is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton Persona weights approximately 312 kg more than 1966 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Proton Persona (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Sunny | 1999 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Sunny | Persona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
