1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 32 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 147 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, 2012 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2012 Renault Logan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Alfasud | Logan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 158 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 | 918 kg | 1065 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 |