2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1995 Proton Persona
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1995 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1995 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Mini | Proton |
| Model | Cooper | Persona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
