1967 Austin 1300 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 342 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Austin | Dacia |
| Model | 1300 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2673 mm |
