2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 65 kg more than 1961 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Holden FB Special 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 1961 Holden FB Special. 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, 1961 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Dacia | Holden |
| Model | Logan | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
