1959 Ford Popular vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 330 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 1959 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Popular | Logan |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |