1995 Proton Persona vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Proton Persona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Proton Persona | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Proton | Toyota |
Model | Persona | Celica |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |