2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Dacia Logan. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Dacia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Logan | 166 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
