1998 Proton Persona vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Proton Persona is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Proton Persona.
Because 1955 Toyota Crown 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 1955 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Proton Persona | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Persona | Crown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
