2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1959 Ford Popular
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (74 HP @ 5 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 321 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 1959 Ford Popular. 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 (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1959 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Logan | Popular |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2300 mm |
