I have the DSA 16" Para Carbine. According to my chronograph, I only loose about 30-40 FPS over my
18" barreled Congo version with the same ammo on the same day. For the increased compactness, and
weight savings, (the DSA para has the aluminum lower), I'll take the 16" rifle.
Although it is not going to be as light and handy as a 16" barreled carbine AR, as it is still a full-powered battle
rifle, but it will be noticeably lighter and handier than a full-sized FAL.