1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 34 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 390 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Renault 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 | 2012 Renault Logan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Alfasud | Logan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |