1960 Austin 7 vs. 2007 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (74 HP @ 5 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 446 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dacia Logan (112 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2007 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Austin | Dacia |
| Model | 7 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 50 L |
