2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 590 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Dacia | Fiat |
| Model | Logan | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
