2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dacia Logan weights approximately 240 kg more than 1964 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Renault Floride 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 1964 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dacia Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 1964 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Dacia | Renault |
| Model | Logan | Floride |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
