2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1994 Proton Persona
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1994 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Mini | Proton |
| Model | Cooper | Persona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
