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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (74 HP @ 5 RPM) has 21 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 321 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 (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 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 | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
