1999 Proton Persona vs. 2000 Proton 300
To start off, 2000 Proton 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Persona would be higher. Both 1999 Proton Persona and 2000 Proton 300 are equipped with a 1,299 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton 300 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton 300 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Proton Persona (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Persona | 2000 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Proton | Proton |
| Model | Persona | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
