1971 Honda Life vs. 1997 Proton Persona
To start off, 1997 Proton Persona is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Proton Persona weights approximately 470 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 1997 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Life | Persona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2510 mm |
