1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dacia |
| Model | Dardo | Logan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
