2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica 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 11 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 301 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dacia | Toyota |
| Model | Logan | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
