2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Riley 4-68 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 73 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Riley 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Riley 4-68 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Riley 4-68 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Dacia | Riley |
| Model | Logan | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
