2001 Proton 400 vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2001 Proton 400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. Both 2001 Proton 400 and 1993 Proton Persona are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton 400 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona.
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, 1993 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton 400 | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Proton | Proton |
| Model | 400 | Persona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
