1972 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 350 kg more than 1972 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Seat 124 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Seat | Dacia |
Model | 124 | Logan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |