1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 75 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1971 Lancia Stratos 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 1971 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1971 Lancia Stratos (155 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Lancia | Dacia |
| Model | Stratos | Logan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2640 mm |
