2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1976 Fiat 127
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 127 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 42 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 460 kg more than 1976 Fiat 127. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1976 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Dacia | Fiat |
| Model | Logan | 127 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
