1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1996 Proton Persona
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Persona would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1996 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Persona.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1996 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | RX-01 | Persona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
