1954 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 2008 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Austin | Dacia |
Model | Princess | Logan |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2640 mm |