1995 Proton Persona vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 289 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.
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, 2012 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Proton Persona | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Proton | Honda |
| Model | Persona | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
