2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 550 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Dacia | Trabant |
| Model | Logan | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 24 L |
