2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1997 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Punto 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 33 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 325 kg more than 1997 Fiat Punto. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1997 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Dacia | Fiat |
| Model | Logan | Punto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
