2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Dacia Logan. 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Dacia | Lancia |
| Model | Logan | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
