1994 Proton Persona vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Proton Persona.
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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Proton Persona | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Proton | Skoda |
| Model | Persona | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
