2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine 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) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 533 kg more than 1967 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dacia Logan (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Dacia | Renault |
| Model | Logan | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
