2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1996 Proton Persona
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1996 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | C3 | Persona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
