2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1961 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 345 kg more than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Riley One-Point-Five 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 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1961 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Dacia | Riley |
Model | Logan | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |