2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 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 28 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 316 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 1000 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 1968 Toyota 1000. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
| Make | Dacia | Toyota |
| Model | Logan | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
