2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1999 Fiat Duna
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 Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. 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, 2008 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1999 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Dacia | Fiat |
| Model | Logan | Duna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
