2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 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. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Proton Persona weights approximately 139 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 1993 Proton Persona (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Punto | Persona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
