1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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, 2010 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Fiat | Dacia |
| Model | Tipo | Logan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
