2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1999 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 16 kg more than 1999 Fiat Brava.
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 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1999 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Dacia | Fiat |
| Model | Logan | Brava |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
