1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia (76 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Logan weights approximately 165 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault 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 Renault Logan (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | Logan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
