2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 555 kg more than 1968 Honda S600.
Because 1968 Honda S600 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 1968 Honda S600. 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, 2008 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 1968 Honda S600 | |
Make | Dacia | Honda |
Model | Logan | S600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |