1996 Proton Persona vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 1996 Proton Persona is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P6 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Rover P6 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 1963 Rover P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1963 Rover P6 (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton Persona | 1963 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Proton | Rover |
| Model | Persona | P6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
