2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1957 Fiat 500
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 585 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 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 1957 Fiat 500. 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 (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dacia Logan | 1957 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Dacia | Fiat |
Model | Logan | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |