1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 385 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2008 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dacia |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Logan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
