2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dacia Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dacia Logan would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 208 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
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, 2009 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Dacia | Fiat |
Model | Logan | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |