1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 365 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Fiesta | Logan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
