1999 Proton Persona vs. 2012 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 is newer by 13 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Persona.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Persona. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Persona | 2012 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Proton | Hyundai |
| Model | Persona | H1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
