1993 Fiat Vivace vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 255 kg more than 1993 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Vivace | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Fiat | Dacia |
| Model | Vivace | Logan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
