1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
Model | Giulietta | Logan |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |