2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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 Fiat 500 (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
