2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 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 18 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400.
Because 1961 Seat 1400 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 Seat 1400. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Dacia | Seat |
Model | Logan | 1400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |