2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento 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 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Dacia | Fiat |
| Model | Logan | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 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 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
