2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M 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 33 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 180 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford 12 M 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 1966 Ford 12 M. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Logan | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
