1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 124 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 335 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124.
Because 1966 Fiat 124 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 1966 Fiat 124. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Fiat | Dacia |
| Model | 124 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
