1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 40 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 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 65 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, 2010 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, 2010 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia 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 | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
Model | Giulia | Logan |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |