1999 Proton Persona vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 12 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. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A1 (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A1 weights approximately 80 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, 2011 Audi A1 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Persona. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Persona | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Proton | Audi |
| Model | Persona | A1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2469 mm |
