1956 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 463 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Escort 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 1956 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Escort | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Escort | Logan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
