1996 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. Both 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 and 2012 Dacia Logan are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
| Model | 146 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
