2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 105 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Dacia | Wartburg |
Model | Logan | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |