1954 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Because 1954 Rover P4 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 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Rover | Dacia |
| Model | P4 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
