1966 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 450 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1000 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Simca | Dacia |
| Model | 1000 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 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 | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2673 mm |
