2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Vixen (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dacia Logan weights approximately 318 kg more than 1969 TVR Vixen.
Because 1969 TVR Vixen 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 1969 TVR Vixen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1969 TVR Vixen (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Dacia | TVR |
| Model | Logan | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
