2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dacia Logan weights approximately 6 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
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, 2006 Dacia Logan (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Dacia | Fiat |
| Model | Logan | Palio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
