1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 295 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33.
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 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
| Model | 33 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
