2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Proton Persona
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 84 kg more than 1998 Proton Persona.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1998 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Panda | Persona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1297 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 | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
