2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. 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 (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Logan | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 55.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
