1952 Porsche 356 vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 420 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Porsche 356 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Porsche | Dacia |
| Model | 356 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1131 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2673 mm |
