2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1998 Proton Persona
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 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 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 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 (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 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 1998 Proton Persona. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1998 Proton Persona has manual transmission. 1998 Proton Persona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1998 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Mini | Proton |
| Model | Cooper | Persona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 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 |
