1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 390 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
Model | Alfasud | Logan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |