1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 141 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2008 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
Model | Alfasud | Logan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 70 mm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |