1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster weights approximately 468 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Simca | Renault |
| Model | 1000 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2673 mm |
