1979 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 620 kg more than 1979 Morgan 4.
Because 1979 Morgan 4 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 1979 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1979 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Morgan 4 | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Morgan | Dacia |
| Model | 4 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
