1993 Peugeot 106 vs. 1998 Proton Persona
To start off, 1998 Proton Persona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton Persona weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Proton Persona (110 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 106. (82 Nm). This means 1998 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 106 | 1998 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Peugeot | Proton |
| Model | 106 | Persona |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
