1967 Opel Record vs. 1997 Proton Persona
To start off, 1997 Proton Persona is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Persona.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 1967 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1967 Opel Record (152 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Persona. (110 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 1997 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Record | Persona |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2511 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
