1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulietta | Logan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
