1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 185 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
| Model | Spider | Logan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
