2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 380 kg more than 1957 MG MGA.
Because 1957 MG MGA 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 MG MGA. 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 (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Dacia | MG |
| Model | Logan | MGA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
