2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 13 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Proton Persona weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Corsa | Persona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 980 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
